Robert Troy (Longford-Westmeath, Fianna Fail)
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1200. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment the position regarding the eel fisherman compensation scheme. [16660/18]

Seán Kyne (Galway West, Fine Gael)
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Ireland’s Eel Management Plan (EMP), including the closure of commercial fishing, was approved, in 2009, by the European Commission under EU Regulation 1100/2007.  Fishing for eel was by way of public licence and therefore the issue of compensation does not arise.

However, I directed my officials to write to the European Commission in relation to Ireland's proposals to fund a support scheme for former eel fishermen.  A response is awaited before the terms and conditions for, or the prospective number of participants in, any potential support measure can be elaborated on.

Consultation with the Revenue Commissioners may also be required.